Ashleigh is an experienced Skin and Laser Clinician with a strong background in aesthetic treatments, education, and clinic management. With expertise in advanced laser and skin technologies, including Nd:YAG vascular lesion removal, pigmentation reduction, LED therapy, CoolSculpting, RF microneedling, and IPL, she has honed her skills in client consultations, treatment planning, and team training. Her combination of technical knowledge, leadership experience, and enthusiasm for educating and empowering her students makes her a valuable asset to the Dermal Education team at the Global Beauty Group.
Our Educators
Meet our team of incredibly experienced dermal educators, including several with over 20 years of experience in the beauty industry and prestigious awards such as the My Face My Body Award and ABIA.
Have a skin concern? Contact our team of experts through our contact page, chat or simply email us at shop@theglobalbeautybeautygroup.com.
Heather Vounnou, Global Education Program Innovator
Heather graduated from the University of Johannesburg's Faculty of Health Sciences in 1993. Her expansive career has seen her speak around the world on various platforms, focusing on her area of passion and expertise in skin histology, paramedical treatments, and technologies. When working as the National Education Manager in Canada for the International Dermal Institute, she was a regular guest on the Global News Morning TV Show, sharing her knowledge and expertise. Heather's dynamic presenting style, coupled with her advanced knowledge in skin histology, paramedical skincare, and device technology, enables her to deliver learning experiences that truly make an impact. Today, Heather is a blended learning architect, specialising in creating online learning programs, directing & producing video content and writing Scientifically Referenced Dossiers that focus on the physiological impact that cosmeceuticals and device technology have on the skin. Prior to joining the Global Beauty Group, her work had been recognised in the 2017 Platinum LearnX Award for best-blended learning model & the prestigious "My Face My Body Award" for Best Training Program 2017. In collaboration with the Dermal Education Team and National Education Manager Elise Andrews, the GBG Education HUB has also been selected as a finalist in the 2019,2020,2021,2022 ABIA awards and has won the 'My Face My Body" award in 2020 for 'Best Training Program', the 2022,2023 ABIA Education Organisation of the year and the International LearnX 2022, 2023, 2024 Best Blended Learning Program award.
As the Global Education Innovator for The Global Beauty Group, Heather is the Architect behind the GBG Education HUB Blended Learning Program, where she works with a team of subject matter experts in the engineering, education, and product development team to research, produce, direct, and develop the available online content and associated resources.
Elise Andrews, National Education Manager
While completing the Diploma of Beauty Therapy in 2010, I fell in love with the science of the skin and followed my passion for knowledge into the Bachelor of Health Science (Dermal Therapies). I translated learning into practice and watching my clients’ confidence grow with each treatment motivated me to achieve the best results for every client.
I was extremely lucky to work with a range of medical-grade devices, however, what was lacking for me was support and education around device use, determining settings and the best techniques for specific concerns. I developed my skills through research and practice to become confident in treating a range of conditions. Becoming a Dermal Educator has allowed me to provide the support that I wish I had when I was working as a Dermal Therapist. Empowering business owners and therapists to achieve their client's goals truly confidently makes me feel wonderful. I love working with The Global Beauty Group because every team member is dedicated to ongoing client success. From your initial enquiry to the clinical and technical support, every step of the process has a passionate individual behind it, dedicated to the client's journey.
Sarah Gutowski , Dermal Educator VIC
After completing my Diploma of Beauty Therapy in 2011, I started my career working in various salons and spas. I was lucky enough to work with a variety of devices that are distributed by The Global Beauty Group. Here, I experienced first-hand the support The Global Beaty Group provided and discovered what advanced machinery could do for a client’s skin and self-esteem. As a result of wanting to learn more about device technology and the excellent results that this technology can deliver, I started a clinical practice. Here, I saw the powerful impact that laser, skin needling, advanced peels, and microdermabrasion could have on the skin. It ignited my passion for advanced skin treatments and allowed me to join the Global Beauty Group as a Dermal Educator.
The machinery that GBG provides, the different treatment options it can give, and the results that can be obtained are remarkable.
I find it incredibly rewarding to help clients learn more, expand their knowledge, and feel confident in what they’re doing while also sharing my love and enthusiasm for this industry.
The Global Beauty Group has given me the option to pursue my passion for knowledge sharing and for learning more about the industry and its ever-evolving nature.
In 2022, I was awarded The Global Beauty Group Educator Of The Year and was a finalist in the 2023 ABIA Individual Educator Of The Year.
Bri Hope, Dermal Educator NSW
After completing my Diploma in Beauty Therapy, I began my career as a Beauty Therapist in a Day Spa and eventually transitioned into an in-house training role. I later became a Skin Therapist in a cosmedical clinic which has fuelled my passion for advanced aesthetic treatments and given me experience in a wide range of business styles. During my time in the industry, I have worked with a range of machines and treatments, including LED, IPL, laser hair removal, carbon facials, hydro/microdermabrasion, dermal needling, radio frequency, HIFU, cryolipolosis and chemical peels. My personal passions include skin biology, anatomy, product chemistry, scientific principles underpinning various treatment modalities, client consultation/home care advice and education.
My central goal as an educator is to empower with knowledge. Knowledge is the key to treating your clients confidently, which leads to outstanding treatment results, client satisfaction and commercial success.
My enthusiasm for learning is infectious! Working as a Dermal Educator is my dream job, and I believe effective communication is the cornerstone of success in training and in industry.
Monique Poulson, Dermal Educator WA
After completing my Diploma of Beauty Therapy in 2016, I have been fortunate to work in several cosmetic clinics, working with a vast range of medical-grade devices ranging from lasers, chemical peels, dermabrasion, radio frequency, ultrasound technology and skin needling devices.
The foundation of healthy skin is knowledge; educating clients is essential to achieve optimal skin health. At the Global Beauty Group, our core value is education, and I am so grateful to be one of the Dermal Educators and work within such a beautiful team of people. We are deeply passionate about our delivery for training and love to assist where we can to all our clients. Remember, confidence is key, and knowledge is power!
